Mentoring Program
Thank you for participating in the Mentoring Program. Your volunteer time is much
appreciated by the CSU Levin College of Urban Affairs.
Mission
The mission of the mentoring program is to introduce students to career professionals who will
offer them advice, support, and guidance regarding a career choice.
Vision
Students who complete the mentoring program will have a better understanding of their academic
field of study, will gain networking skills, and develop insight into the job market.
Roles, Responsibilities, and Expectations
The partnership between a mentor and a student is built upon a foundation of trust, respect, and
professionalism. As a leader in your organization, we know that you possess the necessary skills
required for establishing a close relationship with your student. With your leadership experience,
you will be a great mentor.
As a mentor, please keep in mind the following:
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First, picture yourself as a student – what would you like to gain from this experience?
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The mentoring relationship takes place between October and April. Attempt to include your
student in as many activities as you possibly can, including board or committee meetings, a
take your student to work day, or professional events.
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Learn the positive attributes and qualities of the student and help strengthen those
attributes which may be lacking. Constructive criticism offered in a positive way can be
helpful.
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Facilitate the networking process by taking your student to professional meetings. Show
them how to greet others and how professional introductions are made.
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Try your best to return email and phone calls in a timely manner. We know you are busy but
we would like you to have at least monthly contact with your student.
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Serve as an advocate and help guide the student to achieve his or her goals.
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Demonstrate professional conduct.
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Part of the mentoring process is for you to share career knowledge and the ways in which
you got started in your career.
Although your student is in charge of making contact, please be mindful that a few students
might be shy and might need encouragement during the initial weeks.
Center for Experiential Learning
Senator Grace Drake, Coordinator
Phone: 216-687-4893
Fax: 216-687-9291
Katie DeRan, Assistant Coordinator
Phone: 216-875-9880
Email: g.drake77@csuohio.edu
Email: k.deran@vikes.csuohio.edu
Campus Location:
1717 Euclid Avenue, UR 140,
Cleveland, OH 44115
Campus Location:
1717 Euclid Avenue, UR 135,
Cleveland, OH 44115
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Resume Critique
Note to Mentor
The student has accessibility to the CSU’s Career Success Network for additional help composing a
resume. We ask the mentor, as a professional in the student’s field of interest to review the
resume. The goal is to help the student prepare a complete and focused picture of his/her
employment possibilities.
Resume Critique Questions:
1. Is the resume easy to read and appealing to the eye? If not what are some suggestions?
2. Is the resume format acceptable?
3. Does the resume have any misspellings or typos?
4. Is the resume too long or too short, succinct or long-winded?
5. Is the resume exciting? Are there action verbs that jump from the page? Are their keywords
that catch your attention?
6. Is there too much unnecessary data on the resume that is distracting from his/her
qualifications for this field?
7. Are there any accomplishments that you think the student may have that are not properly
captured on the resume? If so please generate a conversation to uncover those areas and
why they are important.
8. Are there any critical sections that are missing or lacking important information: contact
information, experience, education, or other sections that the mentor might prefer to see
when reviewing candidates such as job objective, professional profile, honors and awards,
professional interests and memberships, or keyword summary?
9. What is the candidate missing either on the resume or in his/her skill set/background that
could be beneficial to entering into your line of work?
10. Does the resume have a specific theme related to the position or field? What are some
suggestions in building a compatible theme?
11. What are the main questions/concerns/warning signs that the candidate should address on
his/her resume (gaps in the resume, unrelated work experiences, too many job changes,
general confusion, etc.)?
12. Do you feel that this student could benefit from additional assistance from Cleveland State’s
Career Success Network?
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Mentoring Pre-Survey Summary
Mentors,
The students were asked to fill out a pre-survey to determine their familiarity with professional
situations. The following questions were answered with these choices:
1 (Strongly Disagree)
2 (Disagree)
3 (Neutral)
4 (Agree)
5 (Strongly Agree)
Question
Average Answer
I know how to introduce myself to others
Agree (4.4)
I feel confident meeting new people
Agree (4.3)
I feel comfortable in new situations
Neutral (3.9)
I am at ease in an interviewing situation
Agree (4.2)
I am punctual when I have an appointment
Agree (4.5)
I usually think before I talk
Agree (4)
I like when things are scheduled for me
Agree (4.2)
Public speaking is easy for me
Agree (4.2)
I am a team player
Agree (4.2)
My documents and papers are organized
Agree (4.1)
I meet my deadlines in advance
Neutral (3.6)
My assignments are thorough and complete
Agree (4.2)
I know how to dress professionally
Agree (4.7)
I have a well-constructed resume
Agree (4)
I know the difference between a professional and personal e-mail/text message
Agree (4.5)
I feel confident about my chosen profession
Agree (4)
Every college student should have a mentor
Agree (4.6)
Having a mentor is a good way to learn about careers
Agree (4.8)
Working with a mentor will increase one’s inter-personal skills
Agree (4.7)
The goals of the mentoring program are realistic
Agree (4.7)
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Your Name: (Write legibly) _______________________Mentee:____________________
Mentoring Log for Levin College Mentoring Program: The Center for Experiential Learning
Please keep this log to keep track of all contact with your mentee. You will be turning the log in at the end of the year.
Date of Contact Type of Contact
Notes: (Briefly describing the length and type of conversation discussed.)
Example: Set up initial meeting with mentor
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